City of Windhoek Hosts Cape Town City Manager for Strategic Municipal Exchange. The City of Windhoek is currently hosting Lungelo Mbandazayo, the City Manager of Cape Town, as part of an official visit aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing between the two municipalities. The exchange provides an opportunity for both cities to engage on key areas of mutual interest, with a focus on improving municipal governance and service delivery.
On the first day of the visit, Mbandazayo met with City of Windhoek Chief Executive Officer, Moses Matyayi. Their discussions focused on comparing governance structures and exploring ways to enhance municipal operations. The session identified opportunities to collaborate on workforce development and strategies to strengthen internal systems to better serve residents.
Over the coming days, the programme will continue with sessions covering a range of urban management topics. Key areas of focus include urban planning, public transport systems, water resource management, affordable housing development, and human settlements. In addition, both cities will explore strategies to promote investment and attract economic development within their respective jurisdictions.
This exchange marks a step towards building stronger relationships between southern African cities, creating opportunities for peer learning and the sharing of best practices in municipal leadership. Both Windhoek and Cape Town face common challenges related to urbanization, infrastructure demands, and sustainable service delivery, making the collaboration an important platform for developing practical solutions.